Scars

by Kristina Christiansen
(Spokane WA)

Your broken bones,
Your bleeding skin.
The scars and bruises of past days.
They cover your body,
Clearly visible.
No one cared.
Or so you thought.
I saw the pain in those eyes,
the hidden flash of sadness in your smile.
I imagine taking it all away,
Taking away the hurt,
loneliness,
Memories and sorrow.
Take it away with just one kiss...